Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 4 slices of bacon
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, feta, or gouda)
- 1/4 cup milk or cream
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Optional Ingredients
- Fresh parsley or chives, chopped (for garnish and flavor)
- Sautéed mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes (for vegetarian variation)
- Diced jalapeños or pinch of cayenne pepper (for spicy kick)
- Fresh herbs like basil, thyme, or rosemary (for herb-infused flavor)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Cook the bacon until crispy and chop it into bite-sized pieces. Grate your cheese and lightly beat the eggs together with milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Mix Ingredients: Combine the cooked bacon, cheese, and any optional herbs with the egg mixture. Stir gently to distribute everything evenly without over-beating.
- Fill the Muffin Tin: Grease a muffin tin or use silicone liners and pour the mixture evenly into each cup, leaving a little space at the top for expansion.
- Bake Until Set: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes or until the egg bites are fully set and slightly golden on top.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the egg bites to cool for a few minutes before removing them from the tin to prevent sticking. Serve warm or store for later enjoyment.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs for better mixing and fluffier egg bites.
- Don’t overfill the molds; leave space for the eggs to rise without spilling over.
- Cook bacon until crisp to add texture without sogginess inside the bites.
- Let the egg bites cool slightly before removing from the tin for easier handling.
- Experiment with combining different cheeses for a richer taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 egg bites
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
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